Tuvalu marks ‘momentous occasion’ with unveiling of its first ATMs
Tuvalu, one of the world’s most remote nations, has unveiled its first ever ATMs, at the headquarters of the National Bank of Tuvalu in...
‘America First does not mean America alone’: Officials assure Pacific of U.S commitment
The United States is not going anywhere and stands united with its Pacific allies in addressing threats to the region, especially from China.
That was...
Vanuatu Opposition won’t back 12-month motion ban after PM election
Vanuatu leader of the Opposition says they will not support the proposed amendment to Article 43 of the Constitution that seeks to prevent Parliament...
Pacific urged to prioritise action as Climate mobility moves from threat to reality
Forum deputy Secretary General, Desna Solofa has called for immediate and practical action to address the growing impacts of climate change on Pacific communities...
Deep-sea mining firm Impossible Metals seeks mining lease near American Samoa
Deep-sea mining firm Impossible Metals said on Tuesday that it has asked U.S federal officials to launch a commercial auction for access to deposits...
Fiji and New Zealand: an indispensable partnership
Fiji and New Zealand will work together ever more closely to navigate the challenging strategic environment, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Peters says.
“New...
Nauruans urged to open CBA accounts now as Bendigo Bank winds down after a...
As Nauru moves towards a change in a banking service provider, the Nauru Government encourages the general public including state owned entities (SOEs) to...
Papua New Guinea’s foreign minister wants Labor to win Australian election
Papua New Guinea's foreign minister says he personally hopes Labor wins the Australian election, stating the incumbent government had done “a tremendous job” of...
PNG PM Marape retains position, praises democratic process
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has successfully retained his position, commending Members of Parliament from both the government and opposition sides for...
Pacific leaders call for systemic change to advance women’s political participation
“We need to work across all levels grassroots, traditional, professional, and national to truly change the landscape of political leadership for Pacific women,” said...
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Fiji backs UN call to end U.S embargo on Cuba, citing Charter and humanitarian...
Fiji has defended its vote in favour of ending the United States economic, commercial and financial embargo against Cuba, saying its position is grounded...
El Niño makes its presence felt across the Pacific; countries share impacts at PICOF-19
The current ‘super El Niño’ that has been established in the Pacific is making its presence known, and felt, across the region.
Countries attending the...
GCF invests US$15m in Pacific climate businesses fund
A US$15 million Green Climate Fund (GCF) investment will help establish a US$60 million fund to finance locally owned businesses protecting reefs and strengthening...